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Watch: How to solve these challenging PSLE Maths questions (Part 1)

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Maths Expert Dr Yeap Ban Har demonstrating the solutions to tricky math problems at the recording of the ST PSLE Companion video series on March 24, 2026.
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Maths Expert Dr Yeap Ban Har demonstrating the solutions to tricky math problems at the recording of the ST PSLE Companion video series on March 24, 2026.

Missed ST’s PSLE Prep Forum? Here are videos of the sessions with the two experts

In conversation with Mr Ong Kong Hong (right), divisional director of Curriculum Planning and Development Division 1, Ministry of Education (MOE), moderated by The Straits Times senior education correspondent Sandra Davie at The Straits Times PSLE Prep Forum on April 4, 2026.
In conversation with Mr Ong Kong Hong (right), divisional director of Curriculum Planning and Development Division 1, Ministry of Education (MOE), moderated by The Straits Times senior education correspondent Sandra Davie at The Straits Times PSLE Prep Forum on April 4, 2026.

Minor Issues

The toughest test our kids face today

With the rise of social media and AI-generated content, it is no longer an easy task for children to tell what is real and what is not on the internet.
With the rise of social media and AI-generated content, it is no longer an easy task for children to tell what is real and what is not on the internet.

ST PSLE Companion

Learn to solve tough PSLE Maths questions with Dr Yeap Ban Har

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Maths Expert Dr Yeap Ban Har demonstrating the solutions to tricky math problems at the recording of the ST PSLE Companion video series on March 24, 2026.
ST20260324_202628400132/Jasel Poh/ecmath

Maths Expert Dr Yeap Ban Har demonstrating the solutions to tricky math problems at the recording of the ST PSLE Companion video series on March 24, 2026.

Fun With Kids

Popular Artbox lifestyle pop-up event returns to Singapore Expo

Artbox lifestyle pop-up event features seven themed zones, including one dedicated to kids.
Artbox lifestyle pop-up event features seven themed zones, including one dedicated to kids.

What gives students an edge at Edgefield Secondary’s DSA selection process

Edgefield Secondary School’s DSA Innovation programme first shortlists candidates who have participated in related competitions or demonstrated innovation potential with personal projects in their portfolios.
Edgefield Secondary School’s DSA Innovation programme first shortlists candidates who have participated in related competitions or demonstrated innovation potential with personal projects in their portfolios.

When passion and talent can score you points during the DSA

Parents should let their kids have ownership of the decision and support them by exploring wide-ranging DSA categories together.
Parents should let their kids have ownership of the decision and support them by exploring wide-ranging DSA categories together.

Record 16,000 pupils in Dragon Year cohort apply for Direct School Admission in 2024

Rachel Ooi, 12, a Primary 6 pupil from Henry Park Primary, received a confirmed offer from the School of the Arts after two rounds of selection.
Rachel Ooi, 12, a Primary 6 pupil from Henry Park Primary, received a confirmed offer from the School of the Arts after two rounds of selection.

Neighbourhood schools seeing more students apply through DSA

Pei Hwa Secondary School has been building up its resources to support students who are keen on guzheng.
Pei Hwa Secondary School has been building up its resources to support students who are keen on guzheng.

ST PSLE Prep Forum: PSLE tests application of concepts, not regurgitation of facts

In conversation with Mr Ong Kong Hong (right), divisional director of Curriculum Planning and Development Division 1, Ministry of Education (MOE), moderated by The Straits Times senior education correspondent Sandra Davie at The Straits Times PSLE Prep Forum on April 4, 2026.
In conversation with Mr Ong Kong Hong (right), divisional director of Curriculum Planning and Development Division 1, Ministry of Education (MOE), moderated by The Straits Times senior education correspondent Sandra Davie at The Straits Times PSLE Prep Forum on April 4, 2026.

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